Jo-Ann Fabrics to open May 17 with grand-opening celebrations

Published: Friday, April 26, 2013 at 2:19 p.m.

Last Modified: Friday, April 26, 2013 at 2:19 p.m.

The new Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts Store at Blue Ridge Mall in Hendersonville will open May 17, and grand-opening celebrations will run from May 30 through June 1.

The first 100 guests each day of the grand opening will receive a Jo-Ann gift card ranging in value from $10-$250 — adults only, and one person customer.

Other events and specials include:

--Enter to win: One $500 Jo-Ann Gift Card will be awarded each day.

--Hot savings: Special grand-opening sales and offers throughout the store.

--Free reusable tote bag: Customers who spend $20 or more each day will receive a free tote bag (while supplies last).

--Teacher Appreciation Day: All day Saturday, teachers receive 20 percent off their total purchase with current teacher identification.

--Free creative demonstrations: Each day starting at 11 a.m.

--Learn with Jo-Ann: Open house for classes on Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m., and save 50 percent on selected classes.

--Make it-take it: Kids can make their own craft to take home on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (while supplies last).

“Jo-Ann is excited to join the Hendersonville community and offer its crafting and sewing enthusiasts a one-stop-shop for all of their craft and sewing supplies and inspiration,” said Joe Adams, public relations specialist.

The new store will provide a large assortment of crafting, floral, seasonal accessories, finished home-décor items and an expansive selection of fabrics for apparel, crafting and home decorating. Creative classes designed to teach a variety of sewing and crafting techniques at all skill levels will be offered.

Typically, new stores employee 20 to 30 team members, comprised of a full-time management staff of five, with the remainder being part-time team members. More information can be found at www.joann.com/hendersonville.

<p>The new Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts Store at Blue Ridge Mall in Hendersonville will open May 17, and grand-opening celebrations will run from May 30 through June 1.</p><p>The first 100 guests each day of the grand opening will receive a Jo-Ann gift card ranging in value from $10-$250 — adults only, and one person customer. </p><p>Other events and specials include:</p><p>--Enter to win: One $500 Jo-Ann Gift Card will be awarded each day.</p><p>--Hot savings: Special grand-opening sales and offers throughout the store.</p><p>--Free reusable tote bag: Customers who spend $20 or more each day will receive a free tote bag (while supplies last).</p><p>--Teacher Appreciation Day: All day Saturday, teachers receive 20 percent off their total purchase with current teacher identification.</p><p>--Free creative demonstrations: Each day starting at 11 a.m.</p><p>--Learn with Jo-Ann: Open house for classes on Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m., and save 50 percent on selected classes.</p><p>--Make it-take it: Kids can make their own craft to take home on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (while supplies last).</p><p>“Jo-Ann is excited to join the Hendersonville community and offer its crafting and sewing enthusiasts a one-stop-shop for all of their craft and sewing supplies and inspiration,” said Joe Adams, public relations specialist. </p><p>The new store will provide a large assortment of crafting, floral, seasonal accessories, finished home-décor items and an expansive selection of fabrics for apparel, crafting and home decorating. Creative classes designed to teach a variety of sewing and crafting techniques at all skill levels will be offered. </p><p>Typically, new stores employee 20 to 30 team members, comprised of a full-time management staff of five, with the remainder being part-time team members. More information can be found at www.joann.com/hendersonville.</p>